How To Fix CO239 - Routing usage is mandatory entry for order type & plant &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CO - PPC order processing messages

• Message number: 239

• Message text: Routing usage is mandatory entry for order type & plant &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CO239 - Routing usage is mandatory entry for order type & plant & ?

  The SAP error message CO239 indicates that a routing usage is a mandatory entry for a specific order type and plant. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a production order, and the system requires a routing usage to be specified, but it is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Routing Usage: The routing usage is not defined for the order type and plant combination you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the system may not have been set up correctly to allow for the routing usage to be recognized.
  Order Type Settings: The specific order type you are using may not have a routing usage assigned in the configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routing Usage:
  
  Go to the routing configuration in SAP (Transaction code: C202 or CA03).
  Verify if the routing usage is defined for the relevant order type and plant.
  If it is missing, you may need to create or modify the routing to include the necessary usage.
  
  
  
  Maintain Order Type Settings:
  
  Navigate to the order type configuration (Transaction code: OPK8).
  Check the settings for the specific order type and ensure that the routing usage is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Assign Routing Usage:
  
  If you find that the routing usage is not assigned, you can assign it by editing the routing or creating a new one with the required usage.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to routing and order types to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or process the order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Routing Usage: This is a key concept in SAP that defines how a routing can be used in different contexts (e.g., production orders, process orders).
  Order Types: Different order types in SAP may have different requirements for routing and other parameters.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CO01 (Create Production Order), CO02 (Change Production Order), and CO03 (Display Production Order) for managing production orders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in production planning and control.